Voters can now once again vote absentee ballots in the Circuit Clerk's Office, as Walker County election officials note they are continuing to make preparations for the July 14 runoff in spite of the COVID-19 virus pandemic.

If you’re feeling anxious about your financial health during these uncertain times, you’re not alone. That’s why, according to the Federal Trade Commission, the three national credit reporting agencies are giving people weekly access to monitor their credit report — for free.

SUMITON – The Sumiton City Council decided Tuesday to hold the Sunday Alcohol Sales special election after the municipal election on August 25. The alcohol vote and the primary runoff elections, …
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Jasper City Council members voted Tuesday morning to eliminate the city’s current policy for promotion pay for city employees.The issue was discussed during the council’s work session last week, …
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Two months to the day after Walker County had its first reported case of COVID-19, it recorded its first death - while lines were seen going down the block all day Tuesday at the Walker County Probate Judge's Office as more complex transactions are being caught up as the county government reopens.

The Walker County Commission unanimously voted Monday to open the courthouse offices at 1 p.m. that day, albeit subject to social distancing and other government guidelines to still help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus.